Visiting Gulfport or Biloxi and looking for some adventure? Set sail on the beautiful Mississippi Sound and Gulf of Mexico aboard “Polaris” a 2002 31′ Catalina Sailboat.

Feel the gulf breeze blowing through your hair and the mist in your face as you embark on a nautical day of fun on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Captain Jim will ensure your safety and comfort so you can relax and enjoy the magnificent view of the Mississippi coastline, barrier islands and marine life at its best on North Star Sailing Charters.

Looking for something new and exciting to do? Check out our Charter Packages! We offer Day Charters, Sunset and Moonlight Cruises, Dinner Cruises, Half Day and Full Day Charters for your Gulf Coast Vacation. We are also an ASA Sailing Academy offering ASA Certified sailing courses.

All of our courses are private and fully customizable. We don’t have set course dates. Call to arrange a course that meets your schedule. Courses are limited to two students unless you bring a third as part of your group. Discounts available for bringing two or three students to a course.

ASA 106, Advanced Coastal Cruising
Learn to safely act as skipper and crew of a sailing vessel about 30 to 50 feet in length in coastal and inland waters, in any conditions.

Other Services Offered

Couples Courses

Private Courses

Weekday Courses

Weekend Courses

ASA 'Challenges'

Day Sail Charters (public)

Sunset Cruises

Sailboat Cruises

ASA Veterans Sailing Education Program

At ASA we recognize the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who have served or are serving in our country's armed forces. As a token of our appreciation, and our way of saying thank you, we are inviting veterans and active military personnel to share our passion for sailing by offering a discount on our ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Sailing course.North Star Sailing Charters is offering a minimum of $50.00 or 10% off their ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Sailing course.

Sailing School Reviews / Testimonials

Having not sailed in nearly 30 years I took ASA 101 & 103 and later took ASA 105 while my son took ASA 101. The level of instruction & equipment as well as the personal attention from Capt Jim was outstanding. Highly recommend North Star Sailing.

I was a first time sailor when I found North Star Sailing Charters as an ASA certified school. I have since completed the first four courses with Jim. His friendly personality & enthusiasm has helped me become a knowledgeable and skilled sailor.

I took ASA 101, ASA 103 and ASA 105 with Capt. Jim from North Star Sailing. Absolutely worth it! Capt. Jim is an extremely knowledgeable, experienced & patient teacher. The classes were a perfect balance of book work and practical application.

After just a few short days of I couldn't believe how comfortable I was on a sailboat; not only reading the wind, changing tacks and trimming sails but navigating as well. Capt. Jim was a wonderful instructor & made the experience fun and easy!